Medical Malpractice
There are an estimated 45,000 medical malpractice suits filed in the United States every year. Over 30% of physicians have been sued for malpractice during their careers, even though more than 70% of the claims do not result in any payment being made. (Source)
Medical negligence requires a finding that a healthcare provider breached the standard of care, which is based on the collective judgment members of the medical profession would exercise under particular circumstances. Defending medical malpractice claims requires an understanding of that judgment. Identifying and partnering with the most qualified, experienced, and knowledgeable experts allows us to fully evaluate any claim and develop a strategy for resolution. We use our connections in the healthcare industry to benefit our clients by enlisting the help of medical professionals from universities and teaching hospitals all over the country.
Our attorneys have evaluated and litigated over a thousand medical negligence claims involving every conceivable medical specialty, with particular experience litigating catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. We investigate and perform root cause analysis for adverse events, serve as trial counsel in the courtroom, and coordinate trial and settlement strategies as monitoring counsel for excess insurance programs. Our clients include the largest healthcare systems in the Midwest and some of the largest underwriting companies in the world.